Charity Get active for surgery Your health on TV Were delighted to share that, this October, were teaming up with ITN Business and the Royal Osteoporosis Society on a groundbreaking new programme called Bone and Joint Health. Each episode will raise awareness of arthritis and osteoporosis, as well as the importance of early diagnosis and personalised treatments. The programme, hosted by journalist and presenter Sangeeta Kandola, will dive into some of the common myths and misconceptions surrounding arthritis, and how it can affect mental wellbeing. It will also explore preventative measures, and the groundbreaking scientific research and innovations that are helping people with musculoskeletal conditions live better. If youd like to take part in the programme, get in touch with Georgia Gerstein at ITN Business on Georgia.Gerstein@itn.co.uk for more info. Have you seen our new Lets Move for Surgery physical activity resources? The Surgery Toolkit is designed to support people waiting for, or recovering from, joint-replacement surgery to be active. Staying active may help you recover quicker. In the Surgery Toolkit, youll find tailor-made exercise videos for hips, knees and shoulders, as well as full-body workouts for maintaining overall fitness. There are also personal stories and advice from people with arthritis who have been through joint-replacement surgery, plus tips from a physiotherapist on keeping active. Take a look at the videos and supporting materials at versusarthritis.org/ surgery-toolkit. Wed love to hear how youre getting on join our Lets Move Versus Arthritis Facebook group at facebook.com/groups/ letsmovewithversusarthritis Online tai chi Tai chi can help improve joint mobility and alleviate the symptoms of arthritis, and it can help to improve balance and prevent falls. Were running free online classes that are open to anyone, wherever you are, led by trained instructors Bernie and Alex. Join for free on Wednesdays at 11am email livewell@versusarthritis.org 30 versusarthritis.org PP29-30_Inspire_Summer 2023_Charity News.indd 30 17/05/2023 12:31